Ethics Traps for the Unwary
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CLE Credits
As the practice of law has become more complex, so has the practical application of the professional conduct rules. In this CLE, Craig Brodsky discusses the challenges confronting attorneys under investigation and the safety nets attorneys can deploy to avoid getting that letter from Bar Counsel.
A partner with Goodell DeVries, Craig defends lawyers in disciplinary actions, and he has tried numerous cases against Bar Counsel. In this program, he provides an understanding of the prosecutorial tactics and challenges confronting attorneys when defending themselves. Craig explains why you need to keep the right insurance, the importance of teaching employees, using approved retainer agreements, handling client funds appropriately and how to properly respond to Bar Counsel in a disciplinary proceeding.
Ethical rules covered: Model Rule 5.3(a): Responsibilities Regarding Nonlawyers, Model Rule 1.5: Reasonable Fees, Model Rule 1.15: Safekeeping Client property, Model Rule 8.1: Disciplinary Proceedings and Rule 10: Types of Sanctions.
Craig also provides numerous solutions and suggestions on setting up safety nets at your firm to avoid ethical pitfalls.
Available in States
- California
- Colorado
- Georgia
- New Jersey
- New York
- Texas Self Study
Program Categories
- Complex Litigation
- Criminal Law & Procedure
- Criminal Law & White Collar
- Ethics & Professionalism
- Federal Courts
- Insurance Law
- Trial Skills
PROGRAM CREDITS
- Legal Ethics : 1 Credit
